Best Garage Heaters in the UK

Trying to heat up large garage areas may be tricky during colder months and when standard electric heaters are of no use, a propane-powered fan can do the job with ease. The total air coverage of this Garden Mile heater can reach 320 cubic metres without breaking a sweat, meaning it is an ideal option for big garages. What is more, the powerful blow fan allows heating up areas of up to 200 square metres quite fast, which makes this model a perfect solution not only for your garages but also for large rooms in general.

The maximum heat output reaches 34,000 BTU/hour, which is simply stunning, especially when considering the price of the whole unit and its dimensions. And combined with relatively low gas consumption, this model is very energy-efficient. The heater consumes only 730 grams of propane per hour in the maximum power mode.

For your convenience, the appliance is equipped with a special handle that allows for regulating the gas intake levels. Even if you set the unit to the least intensive setting, it will remain effective.

In case you are looking for something that doesn’t require liquid gas, there are quite a few powerful electric fans available. Fortunately, you don’t have to search any longer since this heater model from Honeywell fits that bill just right.

First things first, the Honeywell HZ-510E is a heavy-duty unit that can heat up large areas in a quick and effective manner. It is equipped with two power modes so that you can choose to either quickly warm up the area or maintain a stable, comfortable temperature. To help you set the required temperature level, the kit is equipped with an adjustable thermostat.

When used with overheating protection on, the device will switch itself off once the desired temperature has been reached. This way you can save on the electricity bills and keep your peace of mind.

When bulky electric heaters are of no use in your garage, one of the best alternatives could be a compact gas-powered model that won’t take a lot of space but provide you with the pleasant warmth. Luckily for you, the LP14 unit from Sealey fits that description perfectly.

To start off, this Sealey heater has a fairly simple construction which makes the operation simple and minimises the maintenance. Here, you have only a gas intensity valve and the ignition.

The slight issue with this model that did bother us a bit is the fact that it doesn’t feature a piezo element, requiring the user to turn it on manually. On the upside, it takes users around 20-30 seconds to turn the heater on. You should simply rotate the manual switch located near the gas knob.

Moving on further down the list of features, let’s take a look at the materials the heater is made of. The high-quality metal frame holds the heating element firmly, which negates the risk of the unit tipping over accidentally. Additionally, the frame is reinforced with a steel tube that ensures stable operation of the heater as long as it is located on the floor. The heating plate, on the other hand, is made of lighter metal alloy. It heats up surprisingly faster compared to standard aluminium-based heating elements.

The ANSIO 1312 is another electric heater that is designed to cover large-sized rooms without bulky tanks with liquid gas. That is to say, the ANSIO may be right up your alley if you are looking for a small fan heater for your garage or a workshop.

First of all, unlike other heaters in our review, this particular heater features 3 power modes which enable you to control both power consumption and the intensity of the hot air the fan blows out.

The heating element implemented in this model is made from ceramic which enables the heater to warm up swiftly regardless of the power setting you've chosen. Thanks to this, the heater can be utilised throughout the day quite effectively without consuming too much power. When used in the Low power mode, the unit only requires around 1300-1350 Watts per hour and is capable of heating up areas up to 30 square metres. And in the High power mode, the PTC heating element is capable of reaching the 2000-Watt output.

One more thing that makes this fan heater an interesting pick is its heating direction handle. Thanks to this design solution, you can direct the flow of hot air wherever you need, thus, increasing the operational range or directing the heat to certain spots.

Searching through tons of solutions available for garage heating, one might have a hard time picking the right heater model. The issue with propane models is that they may not be suitable for small garages, while the electric heater fans will struggle to warm large areas. So, is there any alternative? Yes, and it's a quartz heater.

The quartz heaters are something like a golden mean. They are known for good sustained heating, and this model from Firefly is not an exception. Even though it might lose some points in terms of heating speed, its ability to sustain the heat is simply remarkable. When set at the lowest power setting, the device is capable of heating areas of up to 7-10 square metres in just 25-30 minutes, and the 1200- and 1800-power options will warm up a small garage in less than 15 minutes.

The infrared light emitted by this heater illuminates the distances of approximately 6 metres away from the device, which in combination with the 52-cm length of the unit creates an effective cone of 6-9 cubic metres. Owing to this, the heater can sustain a stable ambient temperature for 1-2 hours even after it has been turned off.